I'm new here....

CatLover · September 12, 2005

Hi everybody!

I am new here. I have been lurking for a little while and I have to say you all are a really good group of people. As I have been doing research on the lap band, I have come accross other forums, and I must say this one definately has the nicest, most supportive people. I am scheduled to have surgery on Sep. 22. Today I started on all Clear Liquids until the day of surgery. I am really wondering how I will handle this. I'm excited but scared at the same time. I guess I will take this hour by hour. The time I worry about most is at night. I have always taken in the bulk of my calories at night. The carbs have helped me go to sleep. I don't know if I can go to sleep hungry.

Well, I will look forward to getting to know all of you and I pray that each and everyone of you is getting along ok and will be successful in you weight loss efforts.

God Bless!

Cindy

La_madam · September 12, 2005

Today I started on all clear liquids until the day of surgery.

Hi Welcome to LBT

Congratulation on your upcoming surgery.

10 days of clear liquids seem abnormal, most pre- op diets have some kind of Protein drinks. Are you sure he said "clear liquids"?

Well, here to a happier & healthier new you !

banded_for_life · September 12, 2005

Welcome and you are not alone! My surgery is 9/23 and I having to deal with the pre-op diet. I have two to three Protein Drinks as well as 2 sensible meals(low fat, low carb, low calorie). I too am struggling with issues at night. I do just fine during the day, but nighttime is the worst for me! Good luck on your surgery...keep us posted!!!

Terrilen · September 12, 2005

MY prayers are with you! Night time is the hardest time for me too. All I cann tell you is drink until you feel like your gonna POP! Ha! You can do it!

Jessiebear · September 12, 2005

Hi & welcome! My doc made me do the sugar free clear liquids before my surgery too. It was not the easiest thing I have ever done, but I made it, & you will too! I had to do it for 2 weeks though. Congrats on your surgery date! Keep us posted!

CatLover · September 12, 2005

Yes, my doctor has me on clear fluids for 10 days. I have seen where others have been able to have Protein drinks and some have food, so I am not sure why he is so strict. Although, I have noticed that post-surgery I can go right into full liquids, including cream of wheat, pudding, and yougurt. So I don't think that will be as bad as some have it post surgery. I guess every doctor has his or her own ways!

Cindy